Chi'os. (snowy). An island of the Aegean Sea, 12 miles from Smyrna. It is separated from the mainland by a strait of only 5 miles. Its length is about 12 miles, and in breadth, it varies from 8 to 18. Paul passed it on his return voyage, from Troas to Caesarea. Acts 20:15. It is now called Scio.
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